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Gundam Pavilion Marks Closing of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai with Message of Gratitude and Final Image

Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai came to a close on October 13. On the same day, Bandai Namco Holdings’ GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION posted a message of gratitude on its official X account, accompanied by a visual of its life-size Gundam statue. The post reflected on the pavilion’s mission and its connections with visitors throughout the event.


Quick Summary

- Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai concluded on October 13.
- The GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION shared a final message and image on X.
- Bandai Namco Holdings expressed gratitude to over one million visitors.
- The life-size Gundam statue became one of the expo’s most popular photo spots.
- The pavilion showcased Gundam’s vision of life in space and future technologies.


The life-size Gundam statue at the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION during Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, photographed on the final day before the event’s closing.

The life-size Gundam statue at the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION during Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. © ORICON NewS inc.


GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION Shares Closing Message at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai

The GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION, organized by Bandai Namco Holdings, released a message on its official X account as Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai came to an end on October 13. Accompanied by a new visual, the post stated that the pavilion aimed to connect people around the world through Gundam and inspire them to think about the future together.

The statement also noted that more than one million visitors had enjoyed the pavilion throughout the event, and that the staff were pleased to have formed broad and meaningful connections with attendees. The message concluded with the phrases “See you in the next future!” and “—It leads to the future.”

Known as the “Gundam Pavilion,” the exhibit featured a life-size Gundam statue kneeling and reaching toward space, which became a popular photo spot at the expo. A new video presentation also depicted Gundam’s themes of living in space and unrealized scientific technologies as visions of future possibilities.


The life-size Gundam statue at the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION during Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, photographed on the final day before the event’s closing.

The life-size Gundam statue at the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION during Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. © ORICON NewS inc.


Life-Size Gundam Statue Captures Expo Visitors’ Attention

The life-size Gundam statue, designed in a kneeling pose with one arm raised toward the cosmos, stood as the centerpiece of the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION. Throughout Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, it drew continuous attention as one of the event’s most photographed installations. The display embodied the pavilion’s concept of linking Gundam’s universe with future technological imagination.



Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When did Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai close?
A1: Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai officially concluded on October 13.

Q2: What message did the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION share at closing?
A2: It expressed gratitude to over one million visitors and said, “See you in the next future,” ending with “—It leads to the future.”

Q3: Who operated the GUNDAM NEXT FUTURE PAVILION?
A3: The pavilion was operated by Bandai Namco Holdings.

Q4: What was the main attraction of the pavilion?
A4: A life-size Gundam statue in a kneeling pose reaching toward space served as the main attraction and popular photo spot.

Q5: What themes were presented in the pavilion’s video?
A5: The video explored Gundam’s depiction of life in space and unrealized scientific technologies as future possibilities.


Source : ORICON NEWS